TagVault
TagVault · macOS
TagVault Support for Mac
Help with Finder tag backups, restore previews, Add and Replace modes, missing files, compatibility, feedback, and feature requests.
Tell us what happened.
Include your Mac model, macOS version, TagVault version and build number, and the steps that reproduce the issue. A screenshot can help, but please remove personal filenames first.
Common questions
What does a TagVault backup contain?
A backup contains relative file and folder paths, Finder tag names, and lightweight metadata used for matching. It does not contain your files or their contents.
Does backup change my files?
No. Scanning and creating a backup are read-only operations. TagVault modifies Finder tags only after you open a backup, choose a destination, review the proposed changes, and confirm restore.
What is the difference between Add and Replace?
Add missing tags preserves existing tags and adds only saved tags that are absent. Replace existing tags makes each matched item’s tag names equal to the backup and may remove tags; TagVault asks for confirmation first.
What if a file moved or was renamed?
TagVault 1.0 matches items by relative path inside the chosen destination folder. Moved or renamed items are reported as missing and are not changed.
Are Finder tag colors backed up?
TagVault backs up tag names. macOS manages the color assigned to each Finder tag, so the restored appearance follows the tag configuration on the destination Mac.
Does TagVault require internet access?
No. TagVault works entirely on your Mac and has no account, backend, analytics, advertising, or tracking.
Which versions of macOS does TagVault support?
TagVault requires macOS 14 Sonoma or later and supports both Apple silicon and Intel Macs.
How do I restore missing Finder tags?
Open the .tagvault backup, choose the recovered or migrated destination folder, review the proposed changes, select Add or Replace mode, and confirm Restore. Add mode is the safe default because it preserves destination tags.